Chapter 1405: Do you have anything else to say? I came to take her away

“You…”

“Gu… silly Gu…”

Mu Yan was completely stunned at that moment. Of course, she recognized Gu Changge—after all, they had spent more than half a month together.

With such a strikingly handsome and ethereal appearance, he was unforgettable. As long as she wasn’t blind, she’d remember him instantly. Not to mention that during that time, they were practically “together day and night.” How could she forget what Gu Changge looked like?

What she never expected, however, was that this “naive, innocent” nobleman she used to find so irritating—fearing he’d be tricked out of his pants the moment he stepped outside—would now reappear before her with an entirely new and astonishing identity.

The Zhuo Clan’s Zhuo Fengxie and the Hun Clan’s ancestor, Hun Yuan Jun, were both personally at his side. Wasn’t he the mysterious young man in white who had caused such a stir in Gufeng Ancient City recently?

Why hadn’t she connected the two sooner?

However, although Mu Yan recognized Gu Changge, she herself no longer looked the same as she did when they were together. Yet, Gu Changge recognized her instantly and walked straight toward her.

This was what astonished and baffled Mu Yan the most. But soon, she realized that with Gu Changge’s background and identity, he must have seen through her disguise back then and simply chose not to expose her.

Mu Yan had no idea what was going through his mind at the time, but thinking about it now made her grit her teeth in frustration.

What’s more, in the beginning, she had put on such an old-fashioned act, lecturing Gu Changge left and right, as if worried he would be deceived or lose his life due to his lack of experience in the outside world.

“You… how did you get here?”

Mu Yan quickly snapped out of her tangled thoughts, ignoring Gu Changge’s teasing greeting. She closed her eyes and asked him directly.

However, the moment the question left her lips, she immediately regretted it, mentally scolding herself for being so foolish. Why couldn’t she think clearly in a moment like this? Why would she ask such an obvious question?

Wasn’t it the old Zhuowu who had hosted the apprentice ceremony and sincerely invited Gu Changge to attend?

Seeing her regretful and flustered expression, Gu Changge’s amusement only seemed to grow.

Gu Changge shook his head with a faint smile and said, “I came here just to see Miss Mu. Could it be that Miss Mu isn’t happy to reunite with an old friend?”

“Eh?”

“To see me?”

Mu Yan was once again taken aback by his words, almost doubting if she had heard him correctly.

“Did he come here specifically for her? Wasn’t he invited by Zhuowu? And how did he even know she was here?”

One question after another swirled in Mu Yan’s mind as her beautiful eyes widened slightly. However, the answers to those questions didn’t seem to matter at the moment. Gu Changge’s sudden appearance, along with his words, gave her an overwhelming sense of security.

Moments ago, she had been accused, insulted, and ridiculed by everyone. Although she hadn’t let it affect her deeply, she still felt a bit aggrieved and uncomfortable. But now, with Gu Changge standing in front of her, it was as if all of that had vanished in an instant.

The people who had taunted and ridiculed her earlier were now completely dumbfounded, standing there as if frozen in shock. Their expressions were as ugly as if they had swallowed something vile, their faces turning blue and white with embarrassment.

Even Zhuo Wu, in disbelief, could only stare wide-eyed at the unfolding scene.

Zhuo Wu’s expression was a sight to behold—filled with awkwardness, as if she wanted to speak but didn’t dare. All she could do was stand there, caught in her own embarrassment.

Seeing this, Mu Yan felt an indescribable sense of comfort and relief wash over her.

Wang He, who stood in the distance, was equally dumbfounded, as if he couldn’t fully comprehend what was happening. The moment Gu Changge arrived, Wang He had sensed that something was off. He recalled Gu Changge taking away the gray-haired girl at the Ten Thousand Clans Arena, which had left an impression on him.

Even so, he clung to a sliver of doubt, convincing himself that he was overthinking it and that there couldn’t possibly be so many coincidences.

But when Gu Changge walked directly toward Mu Yan, Wang He was completely stunned. He simply couldn’t believe it.

When had Mu Yan crossed paths with Gu Changge?

If Gu Changge had appeared here, it would certainly disrupt many of Wang He’s future plans. There was no way Mu Yan could rely on him to escape her current predicament now.

“How could this happen…” Wang He’s face darkened.

At that moment, the entire banquet seemed to fall into a sudden, uneasy silence. No one had expected that Gu Changge’s arrival wasn’t due to Elder Zhuowu, but rather for the woman everyone had ridiculed just moments before.

It quickly became clear that this woman knew Gu Changge and that the two likely shared a close friendship.

The cultivators and creatures who had just spoken against her were now filled with regret, wishing they could slap themselves for their foolishness.

The expressions of the Eternal Protoss members were equally remarkable. After realizing who Gu Changge truly was, the elders who had been eager to approach and show goodwill suddenly found their smiles frozen. They were left standing there awkwardly, unsure whether to stay or leave.

Click…

A sharp cracking sound broke the tense silence in the room. The Eternal Saintess, Luo Xiangjun, glanced at Li Yang before casually looking away, a hint of mockery flickering at the corner of her mouth.

It was only then that Li Yang snapped back to reality, realizing his expression was inappropriate. He hurriedly composed himself, though his eyes remained dark and brooding. In his shock, he had crushed the bronze wine glass in his hand.

It was difficult for him to accept that Mu Yan, who had just been ridiculed by everyone, was now suddenly linked to this mysterious young man in white.

“How is this possible? What merit or talent does Mu Yan possess that she should be so fortunate?” Li Yang seethed inwardly, feeling increasingly grim.

“It seems Miss Mu is in quite the predicament now. Perhaps if I had come later, I would have seen a real spectacle,” Gu Changge remarked, seemingly unfazed by the reactions of those around him. He smiled lightly and continued to engage in conversation.

Mu Yan couldn’t quite explain why, but Gu Changge’s smile filled her with an overwhelming sense of ease.

“I can’t say it’s bad; I can only say it’s very bad…”

She reverted to her previous demeanor in front of Gu Changge, smiling as the atmosphere around her seemed to brighten. As she spoke, it was clear that Mu Yan had regained a significant amount of confidence.

With a determined stride, she swept past Elder Zhuowu, the members of the Eternal Protoss, and all those who had mocked and ridiculed her just moments ago.

Their expressions shifted dramatically. Elder Zhuowu felt a tingling sensation at the back of his neck and instinctively took a few steps back.

“Gu… Young Master Gu, is there some misunderstanding here…” she stammered. “Zhuoyan is an apprentice I personally accepted; how could I really harm her? Those words just now…”

She spoke bravely, clearly aware that Gu Changge had come to support Mu Yan.

After all, she had lived for so long; if she couldn’t see through this situation, she might as well find a place to end it all. Gu Changge continued to smile lightly and said, “I haven’t even mentioned what it is, so why is Elder Zhuowu so flustered?”

His words only deepened Zhuowu’s uncertainty. After all, Mu Yan had been forcibly captured by someone she had sent, and Zhuowu had intended to use her as a vessel in the future. Mu Yan must have harbored a deep hatred for her. If she revealed this to Gu Changge, how would she possibly resolve it?

As these thoughts raced through her mind, Zhuowu cast a desperate glance at Zhuo Fengxie, silently pleading for him to say something on her behalf, considering they were both members of the Zhuo clan.

However, at that moment, Zhuo Fengxie seemed oblivious to her distress, standing behind Gu Changge with an impassive expression. This only made Zhuowu’s heart sink further.

Moreover, at that moment, Zhuowu recalled something else. When she had first tracked down Mu Yan’s whereabouts, her killing intent had inexplicably vanished. Back then, she had wondered if there was a mysterious strong figure assisting Mu Yan.

Now, reflecting on it, could that mysterious ally have been the very Gu Changge standing in front of her?

…

At the banquet, the expressions of all the guests were a mix of confusion, embarrassment, regret, and disbelief. Even Zhuowu, the host, stood there with her hands clasped, unable to utter a word.

Gu Changge and Mu Yan engaged in casual conversation, seemingly unaware of the turmoil surrounding them. He asked her about her recent experiences, treating everyone else in the vicinity as if they were invisible.

Mu Yan wasn’t sure if Gu Changge was doing this intentionally, but after pondering for a moment, she decided to openly recount the hardships she had faced since their separation.

She spoke of being hunted down and captured by the Zhuo clan, imprisoned in the hell of ice and fire, and then being coerced by Zhuowu to accept her as an apprentice.

As she shared this string of bizarre events, the guests around her listened in shock, struggling to believe what they were hearing.

No one had expected that Mu Yan was the one who had killed Zhuo Wu’s most important junior. Instead of holding her accountable, Elder Zhuowu had accepted her as a disciple. This revelation left everyone with a buzzing sensation in their heads.

Even the members of the Eternal Protoss couldn’t believe it, feeling as if they were caught in a surreal dream. If Mu Yan hadn’t stated it herself, few would have been inclined to accept such a claim.

Zhuowu was aware of these circumstances, and at that moment, there was no way to conceal the truth. Her expression was far from pleasant, yet she didn’t deny anything. Her demeanor could only be interpreted as an acquiescence to everything Mu Yan had said.

“It seems that Elder Zhuowu still values her talent…” Gu Changge remarked after listening, his expression remaining largely unchanged as he smiled lightly.

However, everyone present was no fool. It was clear that Zhuowu had taken Mu Yan as her apprentice for reasons beyond mere talent; she certainly had ulterior motives in mind.

Zhuo Fengxie and Hun Yuan Jun exchanged glances at Mu Yan, sensing her current fluctuations in aura, and began to surmise her intentions. However, they chose not to comment further.

“This matter is my fault. If Mr. Gu wishes to seek justice for her, then so be it. I know I can’t stand in your way,” Zhuowu said boldly. “But she killed my junior first, so it’s impossible for me not to seek revenge…”

She recognized that if she didn’t clarify her stance at this moment, no one in the Zhuo Clan would be able to shield her. Given the current circumstances, it was evident that Gu Changge had come to support Mu Yan.

Deep down, Zhuowu loathed the situation; she never anticipated that Mu Yan would be so fortunate. Yet, she was clever enough to frame her response by stating that Mu Yan had killed her junior first, justifying her actions as a means of avenging her fallen kin.

If Gu Changge proved to be unreasonable, then Zhuowu knew she would have no choice but to fight to the death.

“But as far as I know, Miss Mu killed your junior in self-defense. If it hadn’t been for the other party coveting the treasure on her person and acting out of greed, would this have happened?” she argued. “Of course, I am not unreasonable. Miss Mu and I share a good friendship; it’s impossible for me to stand by while she’s in danger.”

“If there are any grievances between you and Miss Mu, I won’t intervene for the sake of the Zhuo clan, but today, I will take Miss Mu away. Do you have anything to say about that?”

Gu Changge interrupted her calmly before Zhuowu could finish.

When everyone heard this, their expressions shifted, feeling a palpable tension in the air. Despite his flat tone, his words carried an undeniable authority that left them trembling.

Zhuowu’s heart skipped a beat, realizing she had no other option. She nodded immediately in agreement.

“Thank you, Mr. Gu. I have no objections.”

In truth, she breathed a sigh of relief; as long as Gu Changge didn’t involve himself further in the matter, things would be manageable. Although Mu Yan viewed her as an enemy, revenge could be dealt with later. No matter how much time Mu Yan was given, she would never pose a real threat to her.

The other elders of the Zhuo clan also bowed their hands and expressed their gratitude, saying, “Thank you, Mr. Gu.”

“Young Master Gu, all the members of my family are very grateful,” one elder added.

After all, what Gu Changge had just stated was for the sake of the Zhuo clan’s reputation; he chose not to intervene in this matter. Otherwise, given the current situation, with even Zhuo Fengxie standing silent, who else could ensure Zhuowu’s safety?

Mu Yan never expected that Gu Changge had come solely to take her away. She stared at him in a daze, as if she hadn’t fully grasped what was happening yet.

But in the next moment, Gu Changge suddenly reached out and touched her face.

“Eh?”

Mu Yan was momentarily stunned, her gaze drifting to the corner of Gu Changge’s mouth, which held a slight smile. She felt a bit lost. While she certainly had feelings for Gu Changge, she wondered what he was doing in such a public setting.

A buzzing sound filled her head, and her thoughts became a jumbled mess. Her face flushed, and a haze of confusion enveloped her. She instinctively clenched the corner of her skirt, standing frozen in place. After a moment’s hesitation, she even closed her eyes completely.

“There is no need to keep this kind of spell,” Gu Changge’s voice broke through her swirling thoughts, bringing her back to reality.

At the same time, Mu Yan felt her body lighten, as if a force that had been suppressing her had vanished. She opened her eyes, confusion still lingering, and then noticed the spell in Gu Changge’s hand, surrounded by black mist.

Bang!

With a swift motion, he crushed the talisman, reducing it to dust that scattered through the air.

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